Satco S3697 36W T8 Fluorescent Bulb from Japan
1.2 meter linear fluorescent lamp with 36W hot cathode operation and 5000K neutral light for school and hospital corridors. HTS 8539.31.00.40 applies directly to this straight tube discharge lamp in the specified 30-40W range. Rated for 20,000 hour lifespan with instant start capability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Measure active tube length precisely (excluding end caps) to confirm 1.2m spec during pre-shipment inspection
• Certify low-mercury formulation (<4mg) to qualify for certain green import programs and expedited processing
• Declare quantity per master carton accurately to match statistical reporting suffixes